Very Good
#444 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 25% in state
James Tansey
Elementary School · Fall River
711 Ray Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#444 of 1,793
In Fall River
#1 of 19
public schools
In district
#1 of 16
Fall River
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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James Tansey
Elementary School in Fall River · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James Tansey
James Tansey is a public elementary school in Fall River, MA, part of Fall River. James Tansey serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. James Tansey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for James Tansey show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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James Tansey — Students at James Tansey score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How James Tansey Compares
See how James Tansey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
711 Ray Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Tansey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Samuel Watson (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mary Fonseca Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fall River, see our Fall River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| B M C Durfee High Fall River | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Spencer Borden Fall River | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BISHOP CONNOLLY HIGH SCHOOL Fall River | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Morton Middle Fall River | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE ANGELS, INC Fall River | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River | 1.2 mi | — |
| Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Fall River | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Stone PK-12 School Fall River | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Resiliency Preparatory Academy Fall River | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| North End Elementary Fall River | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Talbot Innovation School Fall River | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Samuel Watson Fall River | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,907
Median Home Value
$361,800
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
31,063
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
39.7%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| George H Potter North Dartmouth, MA | 7.6 |
| J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin, MA | 7.6 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset, MA | 7.6 |
| Memorial Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Tansey
What grades does James Tansey serve?
James Tansey serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend James Tansey?
James Tansey has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Tansey?
The student-teacher ratio at James Tansey is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Tansey rank in MA?
James Tansey ranks #444 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is James Tansey's MySchoolScout rating?
James Tansey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at James Tansey?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Tansey has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Tansey a charter school?
No, James Tansey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Tansey a Title I school?
No, James Tansey is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (508) 675-8206
Resources & Links
District
Fall River- District Enrollment
- 10,656
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,172
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
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